flask closure

flask clo·sure

in dentistry, the procedure of bringing the two halves or parts of a flask together; trial flask closures are preliminary closures made to eliminate excess denture-base material and to ensure that the mold is completely filled; the final flask closure is the last closure of a flask before curing, following trial packing of the mold with denture-base material.
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flask clo·sure

(flask klōzhŭr)
In dentistry, the procedure of bringing the two halves or parts of a flask together.
Medical Dictionary for the Health Professions and Nursing © Farlex 2012

flask clo·sure

(flask klōzhŭr)
In dentistry, procedure of bringing two halves or parts of a flask together; trial flask closures are preliminary closures made to eliminate excess denture-base material and to ensure mold is completely filled; final flask closure is the last closure of a flask before curing, following trial packing of the mold with denture-base material.
Medical Dictionary for the Dental Professions © Farlex 2012
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